Where my 'official' wireless charger?? - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Ok. Announced then delayed then nothing.. Now Noknok are releasing wireless charging with their latest lumia. Where is my s3 wireless mod???
I'm hoping it's Sammy holding back until after the iPhone 5 launch so they will have two functions the next fruit phone won't have (nfc being the other)
Nokia have gone with the qi standard from what I gather so come on Sammy, pick a standard and get an official product out there so I can dump my cables
More of a tongue in cheek post. But if anyone has any info on wireless charging related to the s3 could they let us know? It's all gone a bit quiet on the news front apart from a few rumours about q4 this year but I'd like some sort of concrete indication on dates...
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If you don’t mind the lack of Samsung’s official branding, you can now purchase a wireless charging pad for your Samsung Galaxy S3, and for other compatible Android phones, from Verizon’s website. Verizon is charging – pun intended – $50 for the wireless charging pad.
The charging pad comes with a LED indicator that will emit a flickering green light when you’re charging the phone, and a solid light when it has completely replenished the phone’s battery. It will also emit a beeping sound when you place the phone or when it’s stopped charging – a feature that apparently can’t be turned off.
You’ll need more than the charging station to make that wire-free charging fantasy of yours a reality. A separate purchase of the wireless charging battery cover for your Galaxy S3 is needed. The inductive back cover, which reportedly cost $39, is a genuine Samsung product. Hmm, this explains why it’s rather pricey. The whole set up will set you back $89.
We just checked and saw that the wireless charging kit is unfortunately listed as out of stock on Verizon’s website. You can try again in a couple hours – or days even – to see if Big Red has more stock. Alternatively, you can check with your local Verizon stores to see if they have the complete kit lying about.
If you want something a tiny bit more affordable and don’t mind waiting for a good month or so, Zens plans to release its own take of wireless charger for the Galaxy S3 in September – with the bundled charging pad and back cover to cost $83.
http://www.androidauthority.com/wir...samsung-galaxy-s3-hits-verizon-stores-105433/

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USB Sync / Charge cable problems (replaced, solved)

So I've had my tab since May the 12th (I just looked) and the cable is coming apart by the tablet end. I am never hard on it so I'm rather annoyed.
I went to BestBuy and those idiots told me no way no how was I getting one from anyone but Samsung. (Sure... kids) They made me so annoyed I looked at the receipt date and looked up the policy in the store. I was going to return the tablet just to get a new cable. (Been over 30 days)
Went to Walmart and they sell the cable+usb charging brick for $49.97. No way!
Anyone else had a problem with the cable?
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It still works... But for how long?
They are plentiful and cheap on eBay. I have like 8.
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This is the one I just got today in the mail
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004CGHDEO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
in case of zombie apocalypse, break glass.... then swing ;-)
the cables are very cheap and any high current charger seems to work ok, at least the ones for phones that require some kind of short or resistor across the USB data lines.
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I bought a couple of these on the 1st and received them today. Branded Samsung and look just like the one I got with my Tab.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180835654781?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_2244wt_1163
I bought one that can both sync and charge (with switch) in the shop at my area : http://goo.gl/UQUdU and it cost me about $2, maybe you can try at dealextreme or other online shop based on hk (they're usually cheap).
Yeah I have the same problem with you. This cable is real crap. It is still working and charging. But when it comes to connecting to pc it is just refuse to work.
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Your picture reminds me of my good old iPhone 3Gs-times. There the cable had this on both sides
Well I finally got around to buying another cable. Mine got to where it would charge really slow. Take 10 hours without using it to fully charge it.
I bought one from Tiger Direct. Been buying from them for 15+ years. Its made by iLuv. Works so good. Charges it in fast mode like its supposed to! Its built much better than the stock cable. I think its going to last.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicat...mc=Email-_-WebletMain-_-WEBLET03SHIP-_-03ship

best kickstand case that can be taken off easily and often

I work as a night time security guard for an abandoned government hospital, so basically I do nothing but just watch movies and tv series or play games on my note 2 for 12 hours straight in a shift, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year. I change batteries about three times a shift, since there is no outlet plug.
Since I just bought a Note 3, I need a case with kickstand, because I watch lots of videos, and something that can be taken off easily and can take lots of abuse.
I am rejecting both Seidio active and surface with kickstand because
1) the active takes too long to take off and put back on since it uses two pieces design.
2) the surface uses a latch system which means it will wore out after a few months of usage if I constantly take it off and put it back on.
So I'm looking for a something similar to the Casemate pop, which I used on the Note 2, but the kickstand was weak, I'm looking for a once piece design with metal kickstand or something?
Thanks for the input.
Instead of using multiple batteries that you have to change and thus weakening the case, you might consider using a powerbank. You simply connect the phone to it and it recharges from it like from any USB charger.
You can find powerbanks that could charge the phone fully 2-3 times, so you might only need 1 powerbank on a night shift, just look at powerbanks that are about 9000-10000 mah (or more).
The downside is that you'll have to carry the powerbank and an USB cable, the upside is that you don't have to change the case so you can use any case (for example one that has good protection so it will survive wear-and-tear).
As an overnight worker and vicious entertainment consumer, this is what I use. Don't be misled by the price, the thing is tough and durable. I've had it for a year and still looks new, has protected my phone at every drop, keeps the phone secure but pops right out if you want it to. Check out the reviews and order one, you won't regret it.
(Firt post can't post links) Go to Amazon and type Cellto Note 3.
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http://galaxy-note-3.wonderhowto.co...te-3s-s-pen-works-as-built-kickstand-0155669/
tell me something I don't know please.
I use the PT case/holster from best buy. Solid build protects well, nice kickstand. Not bulky.

Gear S charging problem

So my Gear S does not fully latch on to the charging cradle anymore it only adheres to the back what has happened. I don't want to get a new one that I have to pay alot for so for now I have a hair tie to hold it together that is the only way it will charge for now. However I don't want it to ruin my watch to the point where it will not charge at all. Any ideas or solutions
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Uniquebarbee said:
So my Gear S does not fully latch on to the charging cradle anymore it only adheres to the back what has happened. I don't want to get a new one that I have to pay alot for so for now I have a hair tie to hold it together that is the only way it will charge for now. However I don't want it to ruin my watch to the point where it will not charge at all. Any ideas or solutions
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Ok so I just saw the charger the top piece broke off a little which holds the cradle in place. So for now I will try the pill bottle method if not hair tie it will be.
Both my clips broke
Both of mine broke and now it's a real PIA.
I really can't believe Samsung came up with such a horrible design when such a simple and effective method like what LG or even Apple is going to use exists. I still enjoy my gear S but now that both clips are broken, I really am ticked as it's making charging a PIA.
I've already made the decision to switch to the LG Urbane LTE the moment it's available in the US and while I don't know when that will be, I'm definitely going to make the move. IMO it looks 1000% better too.
In the mean time, I just jumped on Amazon and via Prime ordered the cheap charger only cradle for the Gear S. Due to arrive Tuesday so I'll post back the findings but the dozen plus reviews show it works perfectly. I don't really use the built in battery on the existing one much if at all since the Gear S holds a charge so long.
look here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gear-s/general/broken-cradle-mod-fix-gear-s-dock-t3020294
Just call Samsung and they will replace it.

Coocher 5 Port Desktop Wall Charger(mini-review)

You can grab one here
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TDHEFNY?utm_source=amazon&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=charger
I am reviewing the following device in return for the usage and review of the said item here in XDA. I am not employed or affiliated with them, they were kind enough to seek my opinion on this product.
While not an accessory specific to Nexus 6, I figured I'd add this here because the N6 does have Quick Charging and wanted to let people know my experience with the item.
And honestly, I was looking for one of these desktop chargers for home. I previously bought one when I go on trips to power my various devices, but was looking to upgrade due to me and my wife's phone now equipped with Quick Charge 2.0.
Upon receiving it, The packaging was really nice. Minimal and not too much. Just enough to protect the contents and not hard to unpack at all. Inside housed the desktop charger, the plug, instructions, and other literature as seen in the pics.
The look is a nice textured matte finish and you can grip it pretty well. It has a good weight to it so it won't fly off your desk if you push papers towards it. You can orient it any way you would like to use it, but my preference for this charger is flat with the print facing up. I found that this way, it won't flop over, even though it has some heft to it, you can accidentally knock it over.
There is a power LED when you plug it into the wall. Not bright, just a nice dim blue led to let you know it's on. IMO a nice touch. Next I plugged in both mine and my wife's phone. (Nexus 6 and HTC M8 respectively). And both charged up pretty quickly! I then tested out the remaining three ports (the non-quick charge ones) and all worked as it should. Also I have to note that all the USB ports were easy to plug in and remove with different usb cords.
So is there really any negatives here? Not that I can see. This is a great product for the price listed on Amazon (17 USD prior to shipping if not a prime member).
Maybe offer different colors? With different color LEDs? Just throwing some quick things off the top of my head. But otherwise it's a great product to use.
Would I recommend this? Yes! Because multiple devices that have Quick Charge, we needed this for the times we need to quickly charge up before heading out to of the house and not really worry about carrying external batteries.
Any questions feel free to ask! Pics
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If it doesn't come with those sweet Dunkin' Donuts coupons, no deal....

Tronsmart Chocolate Quickcharge Wireless Charger

Just got this wireless charger from Tronsmart and I figured I'd do a review on it! Here's some pics first:
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As you can see, I've already got the Samsung stand wireless charger which I use daily, but I wanted to try out something else for desk usage as well.
This charger works as it says, and it definitely works with fast charging. However, only thing to note here is that the charger itself only comes with a USB cable; you must provide the charging block yourself...and because of this, you have to use a Quickcharger in order to get the fast wireless charging out of it. No big deal, just plug it into your charging block that came with your S7 and you're fine.
In terms of temperature, the Samsung stand charger has a little fan built in to help dissipate heat. When I used the Samsung charger, I've heard it kick on before (it's very low) and the charger itself never really got hot or anything.
As you can imagine with how compact the Tronsmart charger is, there's no fan inside. At first this worried me a bit, but after using it with quick charging, I noticed it doesn't seem to get warm or have any issues with it. I've been testing it with my S7, but I will continue to do further testing with a Note 5 as well.
In terms of style, it's not bad to look at. It's a nice flat thin little piece, and the top has some rubber on it to help secure the phone in place. This is nice compared to my old Nokia one which was just hard plastic and the phone would slide all over.
It has green/blue LED in it, but this is where I'm not too crazy. The blue LED is always on to show it has power going to it. No other wireless charger I've used has an LED to indicate power, and I don't like it because if I'm sleeping at night and not using wireless charging, that blue light (no matter how faint) annoys me; i'm just one of those people that need to sleep in the dark!
All in all though, this is a nice charger for half the price of the Samsung charger. I hope in the future they make a stand charger though, as it's much easier to see/use at night when I want to simply turn it on real quick to check the time. For that reason, the Samsung charger will remain as my standard daily, but the Tronsmart charger will remain on my desk next to my PC for day time charging.
They're selling on Amazon here:
https://www.amazon.com/Tronsmart-Ch...469289285&sr=1-1&keywords=tronsmart+chocolate

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